The Agriclé boardroom is covered floor to ceiling with white Trusscore Wall&CeilingBoard. Not only to these panels act as a bright accent to the room, but they also double as a dry erase board.

Reservoir Beauty

DSdezines Interiors

Open plan Kitchen/ Dining and Living room
Mid-sized transitional open plan dining in Melbourne with white walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace, brown floor, recessed and panelled walls.

Breeze

Bellas Artes

Large contemporary open plan dining in Valencia with white walls, porcelain floors, white floor and panelled walls.

Havelock North, Hawke's Bay Show Home

David Reid Homes

This stunning home showcases the signature quality workmanship and attention to detail of David Reid Homes. Architecturally designed, with 3 bedrooms + separate media room, this home combines contemporary styling with practical and hardwearing materials, making for low-maintenance, easy living built to last. Positioned for all-day sun, the open plan living and outdoor room - complete with outdoor wood burner - allow for the ultimate kiwi indoor/outdoor lifestyle. The striking cladding combination of dark vertical panels and rusticated cedar weatherboards, coupled with the landscaped boardwalk entry, give this single level home strong curbside appeal.

Palmerston Parisian

CAB Architects

Inspiration for a modern kitchen/dining combo in Toronto with white walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace, brown floor and panelled walls.

Paseo Pereda

mara pardo estudio - reformas e interiorismo

Comedor unido a cocina con isla de apoyo con barra . Isla con encimera de dekton y tabla canto de arbol Reportaje revista Micasa con estilismo de Cristina Rodríguez Goitia y fotos de David Montero.

Столы-трансформеры

GARDA DECOR

Столешница двухслойная: 5,5мм керамика производства КНР на 6мм закалённом стекле, центральные расширители - из МДФ белого матового цвета. В сложенном виде диаметр столешницы 1195мм, в разобранном - овал 1695*1195мм. Каркас и ножки изготовлены из покрашенного металла.

Kitchen & Dining Area

The House Designers

Dining area with a view into the U-shaped kitchen of Arbor Creek. View House Plan THD-1389: https://www.thehousedesigners.com/plan/the-ingalls-1389

Garden Oasis l Renovation

My House Design/Build/Team

To accommodate a larger great room space, we installed new steel beams and reconfigured the central stairway. We moved the more formal dining room to the front of the house. It’s accessible through the new butler’s pantry. This new configuration, with an eating nook added beside the kitchen, allows for a seamless flow between the family room and the newly opened kitchen and eating area. To make cooking and being organized more enjoyable, we added a recycling pull-out, a magic corner, spice pull-outs, tray dividers, and lift-up doors. It’s details like these that are important to consider when doing kitchen renovations.

Urban to Suburban Project

Hibou Design & Co.

Photo of a large contemporary dining room in Montreal with white walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace, brown floor, coffered and panelled walls.

Westerham House

Room&Roof

Mid-sized modern dining room in Surrey with grey walls, laminate floors, a standard fireplace, brown floor and panelled walls.

Interior Design Scheme and Sensitive Extension to Regency Property

Lathams

Using antique furniture found by the client and introducing contemporary aesthetics, Lathams have created a harmonious blend of styles to create this unique dining room. All part of a full interior design scheme for this regency period property in Hampstead.

Westcoast Townhouse

Lyla Veinot Designs

The view towards the entry shows the entire great room including the dining room.
This is an example of a mid-sized modern open plan dining in Vancouver with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, brown floor, exposed beam and panelled walls.

Westerham House

Room&Roof

Design ideas for a mid-sized modern dining room in Surrey with grey walls, laminate floors, a standard fireplace, brown floor and panelled walls.

The Royal Oakville Club

Khachi Design + Build

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional separate dining room in Toronto with white walls, dark hardwood floors, brown floor, coffered and panelled walls.

Exquisite Design on Capitol Hill

Alair Homes

Dining room with herringbone pattern glued down engineered flooring creates a natural flow from living room into the kitchen. Light fixtures, furniture inlays, hardware, tile and even artwork carries "50 Shades of Gold" color scheme throughout the house.

Transitional Toronto House

Qarnis Development

This is an example of a transitional open plan dining in Toronto with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, grey floor and panelled walls.

Hendra

Integrity New Homes Brisbane

This is an example of a mid-sized kitchen/dining combo in Brisbane with blue walls, yellow floor, timber and panelled walls.

CST apt

kkarchitecture

Photo of a small contemporary open plan dining in Turin with white walls, concrete floors, grey floor, exposed beam and panelled walls.

Traditional meets Contemporary in Westwood

Allison Knizek Design for Prescott Properties

This is an example of a transitional open plan dining in Los Angeles with grey walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace, beige floor, panelled walls and decorative wall panelling.

White Dining Room Design Ideas with Panelled Walls

A dining room can be used for casual dining, integrated into an open plan and connected to the living and kitchen areas; or as a formal space reserved solely for entertaining. While it may not be used frequently, it is a great focal point in the home, and requires little furnishings. Here's what you need to consider before you start planning a new dining room...

How will you use your dining room?

First, consider how frequently you will use the space. If you plan on using your dining room on a daily basis, a casual dining set-up with sturdy, long-lasting furniture is best. As for where you position it – well, any unused space in the home can be converted into a casual dining space, whether it be at the end of a kitchen island, or at the bottom of the stairs. A formal dining room, on the other hand, is more suited to a dedicated space, which is more common in heritage homes where space originally wasn’t at a premium. Perhaps you want your dining room to multi-task and accommodate everyday meals, homework sessions and grown-up dinner parties… If that’s the case, furniture is key. Look for versatile dining tables in either Australian or New Zealand hardwood or weathered timber for a more rustic look. These won’t show up sticky fingerprints as much and can be dressed up for guests.

What size and shape should your dining table be?

Your dining table should be able to seat all family members with some room for additional guests – each person should have at least 60 centimetres of space at the table. The right size, however, also depends on how much room you have. A general rule of thumb is to leave no less than 1 metre from the dining table to the wall or any additional furniture, so people have enough room to comfortably move around the space. Rectangular dining tables are versatile and can work in a variety of settings, while oval dining tables are more traditional and can turn any meal into an occasion. If you have a tight space to work in, a round dining table is best, and also a great option if you want to encourage conversation. A square dining table can be a dramatic addition to a dining room, but only if you have the space. It allows everyone at the table to see each other, but the bigger the table, the harder it will be able to hold a conversation with someone at the other end.

What type of dining chairs should you choose?

Once you’ve decided on a dining table, look for dining chairs that share a common design element. If your dining table legs are curved, for example, try to match them with dining chairs that have a similar curve, either in the legs or back. Next, consider the dimensions of the chair. The height of your dining chairs should allow at least 30 centimetres between the top of the seat and the top of the table. And to keep your tush happy, avoid dining chairs narrower than 45 centimetres.

How can you decorate your dining room?

Dining rooms are relatively minimal spaces, but that makes them a great place to splash a little colour through artwork, especially if yours is a formal dining room. If your dining room is lacking warmth, consider painting the walls a deep shade of red or blue, or go contemporary with black or grey. A cosy rug will make the space feel more intimate, while a sideboard or cabinet of curiosities will further personalise the space. Often overlooked, dining room lighting can also drastically alter the mood of a room, creating drama, spurring romance or encouraging conversation. Opt for soft lighting in the dining area with dimmer switches, and choose oversized pendants in large, open spaces or to make the dining area more of a focal point. Finally, add some table settings, such as a lace tablecloth for a whimsy feel, or a more basic table runner for a chic look. If you need some help designing your dining room, consider checking the Houzz directory of interior designers, home stylists, cabinet makers and more!